Dr Lodewyk ‘Ludy’ du Plessis is a specialist obstetrician dedicated to delivering exceptional medical care and fostering a compassionate and collaborative approach to patient well-being.
With a commitment to education, Dr. Ludy seeks to empower his patients by involving them in the decision-making process, ensuring a shared journey towards optimal outcomes for all. His extensive training in Adelaide, spanning Women’s and Children’s, Lyell McEwin, Royal Adelaide, and Queen Elizabeth hospitals, equips him to adeptly manage both low and high-risk pregnancies as well as complex gynaecology conditions.
Dr Ludy places a premium on personal care, openly discussing and supporting individual preferences. He is supportive of women wanting a vaginal birth after a cesarean section (VBAC) and acknowledges the significance of birthing experiences as a meaningful rite of passage for women.
Dr Ludy has a special interest in multidisciplinary care for women with pelvic floor injuries. To enhance his expertise, he has pursued advanced RANZCOG training focused on pelvic floor disorders, including prolapse repair and continence surgery. This commitment allows him to offer holistic care that goes beyond routine obstetric and gynaecology services.
In addition to this, Dr Ludy has also completed advanced training in minimally invasive surgery. This enables him to provide cutting-edge and effective interventions for his patients that enhances their recovery. Specialised procedures, such as laparoscopic hysterectomy, laparoscopic treatment of endometriosis, and operative hysteroscopies, showcase his dedication to delivering comprehensive and advanced care in the field.
Beyond the realm of medicine, Dr Ludy cherishes his roles as a devoted husband and a proud father of three children – accompanied by two spoiled dogs. Having immigrated from South Africa as a child, leaving behind extended relatives, he holds a deep appreciation for family bonds. As such, he considers it an honour to share in the joy of others while guiding them through the transformative journey of pregnancy.
Dr Ludy embodies a non-judgmental, supportive, and patient-centric approach and invites you to book a consultation with him at East today.